CONSTRUCTION GPS FIELD TECHNICIAN - SITECH

We are currently offering up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus for Construction GPS Field Technician new hires. $2,500 is payable after 90 days of employment, and the remaining $2,500 is payable after 180 days of employment.  

SITECH Chesapeake, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carter Machinery Company, Inc., is hiring a Construction GPS Field Technician in Felton, Delaware. SITECH is the authorized dealer for Trimble Heavy and Civil construction products and services, as well as Accugrade grade control products, with a territory that covers the pan handle of West Virginia, Virginia, the District of Columbia, and the shores of Delaware. The Construction GPS Field Technician is responsible for installing and troubleshooting machine guidance systems on all types of earthmoving and paving equipment; performing complex trouble shooting and service repairs while serving as an escalation point for all SITECH team members on technical issues; performing system demonstrations for customers; serving as consultant to contractors on best practice and construction process; and serving as technical liaison between SITECH and Trimble. 

Seeking candidates with a minimum 5 years’ experience operating, installing and troubleshooting Machine Control Systems including but not limited to Trimble, Topcon and Leica; Minimum 3 years’ experience working with OEM Heavy equipment manufacturers including but not limited to Caterpillar, John Deere, Komatsu, Volvo, Hitachi, Weiler, BOMAG and GOMACO; Experience using Total Station Robotics for grading and/or paving applications; High school diploma or GED, required.

Minimum of three years relevant field experience is required to be eligible for the $5,000 sign-on bonus. Candidates with less than 3 years’ relevant field experience are eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Bonuses are made in 2 equal installments at 90 days and 180 days of employment. 

Requirements for the Construction GPS Field Technician position include:

• Must have excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Must have excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to interact professionally with customers and all of levels of personnel within the organization.
• Must be able to function well in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a strong communicator with excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be a self-directed and well organized with the ability to prioritize workload.
• Must have excellent driving record.
• Must be able to work additional hours as needed to meet business and customer demands.
• Proficient use of technical software, databases and manuals.  
• Promote a positive customer experience.
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

Physical requirements must be met for the Construction GPS Field Technician, including regularly being required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.  

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors/programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.

SITECH Chesapeake is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply. 

SITECH Chesapeake is a drug-free workplace.

*Special rules and restrictions may apply to sign-on bonus eligibility for rehires.